The Mesmerising Town Of Gokarna

By MusafirBaba

04-Jan-2024 • State-wise Trips

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All about Gokarna

Gokarna, a small town on the west coast of Karnataka is a hot trending destination for all travellers due to its unspoiled and rustic nature. Keep reading this article to visit the best places in Gokarna.

Top 10 places to visit in Gokarna

Gokarna beach trek

The first thing to do in Gokarna town is to explore all the beaches and indulge in the serendipitous aura of the Gokarna beaches. The mesmerising town of Gokarna is a place with a beautiful blend of beaches and hills. Trekking in the gorgeous forest will truly help you to restore your mental health. Start your journey from Paradise beach, Om beach, and Gokarna beach. Exploring the beauty of nature is the utmost healing, following the trekking you can also see magical sunsets in Kudle beach.

Om beach

Om beach is one of the famous tourist attractions due to its breathtaking   om (

Hindu spiritual symbol) shape. The white sandy beach adjoining the rocky terrain is what makes this spot a major attraction for many travelers from all around the world. This is the most suitable beach in Gokarna to watch the magnificent sunset views. You can try several water sports activities like Banana boat rides, parasailing, surfing, and jet ski rides to enjoy with your families and friends. Stunning waters under the dim moonlight are the best moment to photograph the beauty of Om beach.

Kudle beach

If you're among the people who avoid overcrowding and want some separate time with your loved ones then Kudle beach is the right place to visit. It is shaped like a perfect 'C', flanked by coconut trees. It is a glorious retreat for those who seek peace and calm. Local people of Gokarna visit this place either early morning or late evening for their yoga session. The simple sheer beauty offered by the serene surroundings is what delights the travellers. The Beach campaign is something that you must try in the mesmerising town of Gokarna. There are a lot of tented chairs available in Gokarna where you can perfectly plan your night camping.

Yana caves

Yana caves are the ultimate destination for those who crave adventurous voyages. It is a 53 km trip from Om beach, if you wish to bird watch this is the right place. The gigantic crystalline look of Yana caves is tall and magnificent among the regions of the western ghats. The major tourist attraction of this Yana cave is a trekking visit to vibhooti waterfalls which is 9.7  km from Yana rock. Apart from trekking, and waterfalls, a cave temple dedicated to lord Shiva's deity is situated below the caves. A 16-kilometre  trek through these cool and breezy hills brings a stunning sight view of the evergreen forest of the western ghats.

Gokarna Mahabaleshwar temple

The place Gokarna not only consists of beaches and hills but also ancient religious pilgrims. Mahabaleshwar temple is the 4th century CE temple facing the Gokarna beach on the Arabian sea. This magnificent Mahabaleshwar temple is one of the most visited temples in the town because of the mesmerizing granite architecture flaunting the Dravidian style of construction and designs. This temple would be a visual treat for archeology enthusiasts as this temple takes us back to 4 th century CE when this temple was built during the reign of  King  Mayurasharma. You can visit this ancient shrine only at the specified time which is 6 am to 12 pm and 5 pm to 7 pm.

Kotti Theertha

Koottu Theertha in the mesmerising town of Gokarna is said to be known as a sacred point next to the temple which is filled with lotuses. It is surrounded by beautiful temples and the age-old architecture of Gokarna gives you a divine and spiritual vibe while visiting them.

Mirjan Fort

As its name implies, Gokarna is a place full of surprises for travellers. Mirjan Fort is one of the must-visit tourist places in Gokarna.   Mirjan Fort is best known for its triumphant history and architectural elegance. The Mirjan Fort is built with high ceilings and bastions consisting of four main entrances along with canals, moats, and secret passageways. The fort is surrounded by the Agnanishi river surrounded by beautiful serene surroundings. This magnificent fort is approached by laterite stone and the surrounding is filled with colourful blooms which makes it more attractive. Mirjan Fort is built over 10 acres of land, it witnessed several big battles but yet it withstood over a long period. According to history, this fort was built by Chennai Bhairavi Devi who is best known by her name "Queen of Pepper".  Mirjan Fort is best renowned for its architectural marvel, this astonishing fort is worth a visit once in your busy schedule. This fort is just 56 km away from Murdeshwar and 22 km from Gokarna. This extravagant fort is open all seven days a week from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm.

The mesmerising town of Gokarna is home to lots of hippie travellers. When you're here you can be one of them and also get the hippie vibe on you. You can experience the offset of Gokarna by renting a bike, going through those narrow roads can bring the charm of Gokarna while exploring them. The temple road in Gokarna houses flea markets, you can shop a wide range of handicraft items, musical instruments, precious stones, and hippie T-shirts.

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